Catch the essence of Goa at these local shopping spots

Roxanne D'silva

SHOP LOCAL

What's a tourist destination without shopping? And, spread across Goa, there are quite a number of shopping spots, where you can get your hands on an interesting range of local goods and products.

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ANJUNA

The Anjuna flea market happens every Wednesday, and features handicrafts and other items from all over India.

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BAGA

Another popular flea market in Goa is the Baga market, held every Saturday evening, and which has practically anything and everything that a tourist to Goa could possibly want.

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CALANGUTE

This market is located on the stretch along Baga beach, where there are shacks and stalls, offering a choice of food as well as trinkets that are easy on the pocket.

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PANJIM

An abundance of local produce, edible Goan products (such as pickles), spices and condiments are regular features of the Panjim municipal market, located in the heart of Goa's capital city.

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MAPUSA

Perhaps Goa's most famous market, you can find all kinds of items in the Mapusa market -- from flowers to fruits to pottery and dried fish. The market is especially abuzz every Friday, and is worth visiting.

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ARAMBOL

At this famed hippy market in Goa, you'll get a chance to see a colourful variety of clothing, ornaments and more from various places around India.

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